LaVern Blodgett Obituary (1941 - 2012)

LaVern Blodgett, age 71, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 26th 2012 at his home in Eau Galle, WI. LaVern was born on January 2, 1941, son of the late Albert and Joyce (Whipple) Blodgett. LaVern had many things that brought him happiness in his life. They included his family, his longtime companion Janice Knippel and her family, as well as quilting, gardening and model trains. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Alberta Gibbs, Georgia Gjorvad, Marlin, Ron, Don, Tracy and Leland Blodgett and one grandson Brandon Stewart. He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his companion Janice Children; Curtis (Carol), Christine Stewart, Carrie Blodgett, Cherie (Jim) Kelley, Wendy (Dan) Zabst, Laurie (Rayford) Jackson, Brian (Angie), Mark (Kristi), Mendy (Jason) Skogstad, Terry (Gina) 19 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren Sister Patsy (Cliff) Hudson of Spring Valley WI, His brothers Tim Blodgett of Elmwood WI and Kenneth (Joan) Blodgett of Maiden Rock, WI A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 1, 2012 at Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie with Pastor Robin Bucklin officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.